Diplomatic information

PUB. DATE

March 2004

SOURCE

Cabinet Maker;3/12/2004, Issue 5379, p6

SOURCE TYPE

Trade Publication

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Reports on the Great Britain Trade and Investment diplomatic service's publication of guides about British furnitures and furnishings, for distribution via the embassies and consulates worldwide. Benefits to the furniture industry.

ACCESSION #

12943003

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